I understand Kathy, and I don't want to provoke violence either.  I'm sure it
sounds as though I am a total war monger.  It's just that this thing we face
is so often invisible.  People "out there" generally conceal their true
feelings about people with disabilities; Much of the time, I'm sure that they
just don't want to hurt our feelings, but if there is confusion with regard
to our place in society, I am convinced that this is a dangerous time in
history to let that confusion go without comment.

I'm sorry for coming on so strongly Kathy.  I know you fight the good fight.
I know that.

Sometimes I need to remind myself to lighten up, but this passion I have is
so incredibly overwhelming.  Perhaps this time I needed someone else to
remind me.
I tend to get lost in this at times.

Betty


In a message dated 11/21/2001 7:36:12 AM Eastern Standard Time,
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> No, that's not what I meant.  I'll fight to the death to defend my home and
>  country but on the other hand, I'll not provoke violence on my part.  I
just
>  don't happen to think it's necessary.
>
>          Kathy
>


Betty
aut viam inveniam aut faciam
"I will either find a way or make one."